Solar

Going Solar in Durango

With close to 300 days of sunshine every year, Southwest Colorado is a great place to go solar!

Solar Installations in Durango

The City of Durango receives an annual report from La Plata Electric Association (LPEA) detailing the number of solar PV installations within city limits. This accounts for all net meter (i.e. behind-the-meter) installations from LPEA members within the City of Durango.

  • Net Metered Accounts (2003-2021): 561
  • Total Installed Capacity (2003-2021): 3,731 kW
  • Annual Generation (2021): 5,990 MWh
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SolSmart

The City of Durango is SolSmart Gold certified. The designation recognizes actions that the City has taken to make it cheaper and easier for residents and businesses to go solar. The SolSmart initiative is a national program funded by the U.S. Department of Energy - find out more at the SolSmart website.

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Solar Permit

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City of Durango Solar Permit Checklist

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Solar Ready Construction Guidelines

Solar Ready Construction Guidelines

Net Metering and Connection Requirements

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Additional Information

Why Go Solar?

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Paying For Solar

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Solar Savings Calculator

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State of Colorado Solar Easements and Rights

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Colorado Solar and Storage Association

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Federal Tax Credits for Solar PV

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Local Solar Installers

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4CORE Efficiency and Renewable Energy Programs

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